Petha (S) - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Petha (S) is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Todsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petha (S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petha (S) is 539647. The village covers a total geographical area of 799 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 143 km away.
Petha (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petha (S)
According to the 2011 Census, Petha (S) village had a total population of 520 people, including 262 males and 258 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.99%, with male literacy at 65.95% and female literacy at 51.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 262 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 239 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 153 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 109 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Petha (S)
Petha (S) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Petha (S)
Petha (S) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Petha (S) is about 143 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petha (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petha (S) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petha (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petha (S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petha (S)
Where is Petha (S) located?
Petha (S) village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petha (S)?
The Gram Panchayat of Petha (S) is Todsa.
What is the pincode of Petha (S)?
The pincode of Petha (S) is 442704.
What is the population of Petha (S)?
Petha (S) had a total population of 520, including 262 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Petha (S)?
Petha (S) had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petha (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petha (S) was 58.99%. Male literacy was 65.95% and female literacy was 51.79%.